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In Senegal, Wolof language gains prominence over French, reflecting a desire to distance from colonial heritage.
In Senegal, local languages, especially Wolof, are gaining prominence over French, reflecting a desire to distance from colonial heritage.
With over 12 million Wolof speakers compared to around 4 million French speakers, this shift is supported by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's commitment to prioritize local languages in schools.
This trend is part of a broader movement in West Africa, as nations reassess their ties to France and embrace cultural identity.
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En Senegal, el idioma wolof adquiere mayor importancia que el francés, lo que refleja el deseo de distanciarse del patrimonio colonial.